Lycée français international de Pondichéry
- Own curriculum
Per yearabout USD 3.44K–4.19K
INR 323K–393K · 2026-27 school year · Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
About
French international school in Puducherry, part of the AEFE network of French schools abroad. It follows the French academic programme with an international dimension, serves students from many backgrounds, and enrols children from age 2 or 3 through to the Baccalauréat.
Key facts
Source: Read from the school's website
- Part of French Schools Abroad (AEFE), a government-recognised school network abroad. See all 638 schools of French Schools Abroad (AEFE)
Info checked 2026-11-06 · 2026-27 school year
Curriculum
Own curriculum
Ages
Ages 2–18
Language
French
Type
Foreign national school
Fee level
- Founded
- 1826
- Religion
- none
Fees
Source: Read from the school's website
2026-27 school year
| Grade | Per year |
|---|---|
| Maternelle | INR 322,660≈ USD 3.44K |
| Elémentaire | INR 322,660≈ USD 3.44K |
| Collège | INR 362,250≈ USD 3.86K |
| Lycée | INR 393,430≈ USD 4.19K |
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| per year | |
|---|---|
| Maternelle | INR 322,660 (about USD 3.44K) |
| Elémentaire | INR 322,660 (about USD 3.44K) |
| Collège | INR 362,250 (about USD 3.86K) |
| Lycée | INR 393,430 (about USD 4.19K) |
Source: school website (lfpondichery.net) · checked 2026-11-04 · ECB reference rate (2026-11-06)
One-off costs
- Enrolment fee
- INR 77,700
As published by the school. Amounts change with the school year and exchange rates; please confirm with the school before applying. Converted amounts use the reference rate of the date shown. ECB reference rate (2026-11-06). Source: school website (checked 2026-11-04)
Admissions
Source: Read from the school's website
- Mid-year entry
- Possible
- Entry process
- Baseline test
Curriculum and academics
Source: Read from the school's website
Strengths
- Languages
- Academics
Student support
Source: Read from the school's website
- English support (EAL)
- Intensive support
- Mother-tongue programmes
- Ta
Campus and school life
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Facilities
- Library
After-school activities
- Astronomy Club
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More details
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The essentials
Country affiliation
Part of the AEFE network of French schools abroad, which spans about 139 countries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Diving deeper
Uniform
The school has no uniform, so there are no uniform costs.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Food options
A school canteen serves lunch daily. A monthly committee prepares the meals and the weekly menu is published.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Academics
Curriculum
Follows the French national curriculum in five cycles up to the Baccalauréat, with languages central throughout.
- Kindergarten
- Elementary
- Middle School
- High School
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Exam results
The school reports a 100% success rate in the 12th grade exam. The Baccalauréat is recognised in most countries.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Parent experience
History
Founded in 1826, presented as one of the oldest schools in the country.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Extra-curricular activities
Social and hobbies
Clubs and activities run at lunchtime, end of day and Wednesday afternoons, including sports, cultural and artistic options.
- Astronomy Club
- Sports
- Cultural activities
- Artistic activities
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Leadership and professional
A Council for School Life of ten elected middle and high school students leads events and initiatives, guided by the Principal Education Advisor.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Languages
Language provision
French is the official language, with English, Tamil, German and Spanish widely used. Students graduate with at least three languages.
- French
- English
- Tamil
- German
- Spanish
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Admissions
Admissions
Families contact the school, submit an online registration, and children aged 5+ take a baseline test that needs no French. Students from France or AEFE schools are exempt.
School website · Checked 2026-11-06
Location
Source: Read from the school's website
12, Victor Simonel St, White Town, Puducherry, 605001
Approximate location. Please use the address above for the exact spot.
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